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Definition suspicion in British English

suspicion noun

noun
/səˈspɪʃ(ə)n/

▪ arouse, create, fuel, increase, raise

1

a feeling that someone has done something wrong

Example

She had a suspicion that Mr Engel was not being completely honest.

Example

I can't prove who stole it, but I have my suspicions.

Example

Her suspicions were aroused by the smell of perfume on his clothes.

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1.1

a feeling that something bad is probably true or likely to happen

Example

The Captain confirmed my suspicions - we were sinking.

Example

Juliet had an awful suspicion that Naomi was going to scream.

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1.2

a feeling that you do not trust someone or something

Example

Refugees tend to be treated with suspicion.

Example

an atmosphere of suspicion and hostility

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Definition suspicion in British English